Jocko Podcast Jocko Underground: The Reason You Can't Make Things Happen is Learned Helplessness. Fear Of Home Invasions. Enforcing Covid19 Mask-wearing Rules.. or Not?
May 7, 2021
Dive into the psychology of learned helplessness and how it shapes our behavior and conformity. Discover techniques to overcome irrational fears, like the fear of home invasions. Explore the value of fundamentals in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and how this impacts personal growth. Discuss the challenges of enforcing mask-wearing rules in leadership roles. Finally, the importance of holding those in power accountable is highlighted, emphasizing a collective responsibility for accountability and change.
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Learned Helplessness in Dogs
- Martin Seligman's experiment involved shocking dogs after ringing a bell, conditioning them to expect pain.
- When a low barrier was introduced, the pre-conditioned dogs didn't attempt to escape, demonstrating learned helplessness.
Learned Helplessness vs. Extreme Ownership
- Learned helplessness is the perceived absence of control over one's situation.
- It's the opposite of extreme ownership, where individuals take responsibility and control.
Learned Helplessness in Iraq
- Jocko recounts seeing a family in Iraq living with a raw sewage trench in their home.
- He hypothesizes that their inaction might stem from generations of oppression under Saddam Hussein, leading to learned helplessness.